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24 Eglinton Crescent, Mid Lothian, Edinburgh EH12 5BY, Scotland
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Swallow Greens Hotel
Ranked #126 of 140 hotels in Edinburgh
3.5 of 5 stars 38 Reviews
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Aberdeen, Scotland, UK
Contributor
17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
“The Green's Hotel is NO More”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 August 2008

Having previously enjoyed many a stay at the Green's Hotel, I was dissappointed to learn that it had closed down and had been bought over by the Travelodge chain. Desperate for accommodation on a visit to the Edinburgh Tattoo this year, we booked two rooms in the new Travelodge. What a let down! There is absolutely no atmosphere at all in the building now. The reception area has been painted a bland white all over with not even a plant or two to make it more welcoming. The bedrooms appear to have been unchanged apart from all the nice real wood panelling being painted over in white again. The floors still creaked, which you might expect from an old building with character but NOT from a newly re-opened establishment. No soap, shampoo, bath mat etc - they say on the website that this allows them to keep the price low but, for £99 per room per night, I think we were overcharged. The old Greens had a beautiful dining room where the food and the service was excellent but I didn't bother eating in the Travelodge - it was too depressing.

  • Liked — The location and (distant) views of Edinburgh Castle
  • Disliked — The complete lack of any atmosphere and creaky floorboards
  • Stayed August 2008, travelled as a couple
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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Sheffield
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“very comfy”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 March 2007
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Went on a 6 girl hen weekend in 2006 and stayed here. There were three single beds in our room and it was truly lovely, there was tons of room, our huge sash windows overlooked a lovely manicured garden, it was very light and airy, the decor was quite traditional so minimalists beware as it could be a bit too chintzy. The hotel was very quiet at night, the beds extremely comfortable, the pillows were fab (im very fussy about my pillows), the bathroom was a decent size with a nice shower over the bath. My only dissapointment with the room was there were hardly any freebie toiletries.

The breakfast area was lovely and the selection of juices and cereals was good, the cooked breakfast was also very nice plus we were given plenty of toast. The breakfast room was also very light and spacious.

It was well situated, just a few mins walk from the centre, the only problem would be parking, our allocated drivers had to keep taking cars to a pay and display car park and walk back up the hill to the hotel. Although £4 for the car park all day and all night was extremely good value.

Cant grumble really. Reception is very grand the staff very attentive, the decor in the recpetion and bar is equally as lovely as the rooms.

  • Liked — very clean, excellent service
  • Disliked — just the parking
  • Stayed March 2007, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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London
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10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
“Good hotel - no complaints”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2007
1
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Nice hotel - Georgian style. We were upgraded to a family room (and so was our friend - it was huge), but unfortunately had no shower, just a bath. The breakfast is delicious and we weren't charged any extra to have it in the room. Clean and spacious rooms, close to Princes Street, friendly staff.

  • Liked — Location
  • Stayed November 2006, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 2 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
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Wirral
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Excellent value for money”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 December 2006
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My partner and I booked a 3 night stay at the Greens Hotel, although slightly worried about the previous reviews we went along and were treated. For the minute price we payed the hotel was amazing. Our room was spacious and very clean. The staff were friendly and the food was great. The only thing I can complain about is the shower that was a little dated, however it was hot and strong and did the job. I would highly reccomend this hotel to anyone. The setting, location, appearance, amenities, staff, cleaniness and everything else was spot on.

  • Stayed November 2006, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Check-in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service (e.g., internet access)
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UK
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“no room for us (and others)”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 November 2006
2
people found this review helpful

We were due to stay at the hotel for one night. I phoned ahead 2 days before and the booking was confirmed. We arrived on the morning and were told that our room wasnt ready but we could leave our bags and return later. We returned late afternoon to be told that they didnt have a room for us. 3 other people were in reception having the same problem. They offered us alternative accommodation.

Stayed November 2006
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  • Swallow Greens Edinburgh
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Address: 24 Eglinton Crescent, Mid Lothian, Edinburgh EH12 5BY, Scotland
Price range (per night):* INR9,186 - 11,874

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